By 3:30 p.m., police say all but seven of the targets have been taken into custody.

"We were angered by the number of people we were able to purchase heroin from, but we are going to put them in prison. And anyone who thinks they can take their place dealing will join them in prison," Pohlmann said.

Maj. Chad Clark, commander of the Special Investigations Division which includes the Narcotics Unit, says that undercover operations will continue year-round.

"If you deal drugs in St. Bernard, you will be arrested,” Clark said. “Remember this: If you sell drugs here, you won't know until it's too late that you might be on video doing it. All drug buys by the Sheriff's Office are videotaped, and there is no question you will be convicted when you are on tape.''

While the investigation was conducted by St. Bernard narcotics officers, other law enforcement agencies including the federal Drug Enforcement Administration and State Police are taking part in the round-up of drug suspects.

"We believe these arrests should make a dent in street sales in St. Bernard Parish and maybe scare some into recognizing there is a high probability of being caught if you deal drugs.''